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2022 Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Foreign Languages & Linguistics (Income $48-$75k) in the Middle Atlantic Region

16 Ranked Colleges
313 Degrees Awarded
$34,300 Avg Grad Tuition & Fees*
Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k

When it comes to choosing a college, students have a lot of options - but not all of them are good. Our mission at College Factual is to arm you with as much information as we can to help you make that decision. Our “Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k” ranking is one tool we have developed to help in this regard.

In 2019-2020, 34,268 people earned their degree in foreign languages and linguistics, making the major the 24th most popular in the United States. In 2017-2018, foreign languages and linguistics graduates who were awarded their degree in 2015-2017, earned an average of $29,403 and had an average of $21,855 in loans still to pay off.

Across the Middle Atlantic region, there were 5,313 foreign languages and linguistics graduates with average earnings and debt of $32,338 and $23,417 respectively. At the doctor’s degree level specifically, there were 313 foreign languages and linguistics graduates with average earnings and debt of $73,944 and $116,843 respectively.

For this year’s “Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k” ranking, we looked at 16 colleges that offer a degree in foreign languages and linguistics. The schools that top this list are recognized because they have great foreign languages and linguistics programs and cost less that schools of similar quality.

When determining these rankings, we looked at things such as overall quality of the foreign languages and linguistics program at the school and the cost to attend the school once aid has been awarded. See our ranking methodology to learn more.

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Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k

The following schools top our list of the Best Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k.

Top 16 Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Foreign Languages & Linguistics (Income $48-$75k) in the Middle Atlantic Region

#1 in overall quality

Out of the 16 schools in the Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k that were part of this year’s ranking, Columbia University in the City of New York landed the #1 spot on the list. New York, New York is the setting for this large institution of higher learning. The private not-for-profit school handed out doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees to 45 students in 2019-2020.

Columbia also made our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” list, coming in at #1. Average graduate tuition and fees at Columbia are $51,194, but you may pay more or less depending on your major.

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#2

Georgetown University

Washington, District of Columbia
#2 in overall quality

Out of the 16 schools in the Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k that were part of this year’s ranking, Georgetown University landed the #2 spot on the list. Georgetown is a private not-for-profit institution located in Washington, District of Columbia. The school has a fairly large population, and it awarded 25 doctorate’s degrees in 2019-2020.

Georgetown also took the #2 spot in our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” ranking. Average graduate tuition and fees at Georgetown are $53,591, but you may pay more or less depending on your major.

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#3

Cornell University

Ithaca, New York
#6 in overall quality

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Cornell University. It ranked #3 on our 2022 Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k list. This large school is located in Ithaca, New York, and it awarded 16 doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees in 2019-2020.

Cornell also made our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” list, coming in at #6. Average graduate tuition and fees at Cornell University are $30,042, but some majors have different tuition rates.

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#4

University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
#5 in overall quality

Out of the 16 schools in the Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k that were part of this year’s ranking, University of Pennsylvania landed the #4 spot on the list. University of Pennsylvania is a large private not-for-profit school situated in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It awarded 34 doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees in 2019-2020.

UPenn also took the #5 spot in our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” ranking. Average graduate tuition and fees at UPenn are $41,760, but some majors have different tuition rates.

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#5

University of Maryland - College Park

College Park, Maryland
#7 in overall quality

You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around if you attend University of Maryland - College Park. The school came in at #5 for the Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k. University of Maryland - College Park is a large public school situated in College Park, Maryland. It awarded 18 doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees in 2019-2020.

UMCP not only placed well in this ranking. It is also #7 on our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” list. Average graduate tuition and fees at UMCP are $30,885, but you may pay more or less depending on your major.

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#6

University of Delaware

Newark, Delaware
#8 in overall quality

University of Delaware did quite well in the 2022 Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k ranking, coming in at #6. This large school is located in Newark, Delaware, and it awarded 4 doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees in 2019-2020.

UD also made our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” list, coming in at #8. Although you might pay more or less depending on your area of study, average graduate tuition and fees at University of Delaware are $35,192.

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#7

Gallaudet University

Washington, District of Columbia
#16 in overall quality

Gallaudet University ranked #7 on this year’s Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k list. Located in Washington, District of Columbia, this small private not-for-profit school awarded 3 degrees to qualified doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics students in 2019-2020.

As a testament to the quality of education offered at Gallaudet, the school also landed the #16 spot in our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” ranking. Average graduate tuition and fees at Gallaudet University are $18,706, but some majors have different tuition rates.

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#8

Rutgers University - New Brunswick

New Brunswick, New Jersey
#12 in overall quality

With a ranking of #8, Rutgers University - New Brunswick did quite well on the 2022 Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k list. New Brunswick, New Jersey is the setting for this large institution of higher learning. The public school handed out doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees to 16 students in 2019-2020.

As a testament to the quality of education offered at Rutgers New Brunswick, the school also landed the #12 spot in our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” ranking. Average graduate tuition and fees at Rutgers University - New Brunswick are $32,132, but you may pay more or less depending on your major.

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#9

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook, New York
#15 in overall quality

Stony Brook University landed the #9 spot on the 2022 Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k ranking. Stony Brook University is located in Stony Brook, New York and, has a large student population. In 2019-2020, this school awarded 13 doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees to qualified students.

In addition to being on our middle atlantic region doctor’s degree foreign languages & linguistics students whose families make $48-$75k list, SUNY Stony Brook has also earned the #15 rank in our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” ranking. Although you might pay more or less depending on your area of study, average graduate tuition and fees at Stony Brook University are $25,583.

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#10

Binghamton University

Vestal, New York
#11 in overall quality

With a ranking of #10, Binghamton University did quite well on the 2022 Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k list. This fairly large school is located in Vestal, New York, and it awarded 14 doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees in 2019-2020.

Binghamton University also took the #11 spot in our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” ranking. Average graduate tuition and fees at Binghamton University are $25,290, but you may pay more or less depending on your major.

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#11

Catholic University of America

Washington, District of Columbia
#4 in overall quality

Catholic University of America came in at #11 in this year’s edition of the Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k ranking. This medium-sized school is located in Washington, District of Columbia, and it awarded 5 doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees in 2019-2020.

In addition to being on our middle atlantic region doctor’s degree foreign languages & linguistics students whose families make $48-$75k list, CUA has also earned the #4 rank in our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” ranking. Although you might pay more or less depending on your area of study, average graduate tuition and fees at Catholic University of America are $50,340.

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#12

University at Buffalo

Buffalo, New York
#14 in overall quality

With a ranking of #12, University at Buffalo did quite well on the 2022 Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k list. Located in Buffalo, New York, this large public school handed out 16 diplomas to qualified doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics students in 2019-2020.

University at Buffalo also made our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” list, coming in at #14. Although you might pay more or less depending on your area of study, average graduate tuition and fees at University at Buffalo are $26,028.

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#13

University at Albany

Albany, New York
#17 in overall quality

With a ranking of #13, University at Albany did quite well on the 2022 Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k list. UAlbany is a public institution located in Albany, New York. The school has a fairly large population, and it awarded 2 doctorate’s degrees in 2019-2020.

As a testament to the quality of education offered at UAlbany, the school also landed the #17 spot in our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” ranking. Average graduate tuition and fees at UAlbany are $25,225, but you may pay more or less depending on your major.

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#10 in overall quality

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus landed the #14 spot on the 2022 Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k ranking. Pitt is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and, has a large student population. In 2019-2020, this school awarded 9 doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees to qualified students.

Pitt did well in our major quality rankings, too. It placed #10 on our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” list. Average graduate tuition and fees at University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus are $40,836, but you may pay more or less depending on your major.

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#15

Temple University

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
#13 in overall quality

Temple University landed the #15 spot on the 2022 Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k ranking. Temple University is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and, has a large student population. In 2019-2020, this school awarded 4 doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees to qualified students.

Temple not only placed well in this ranking. It is also #13 on our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” list. Average graduate tuition and fees at Temple University are $24,236, but you may pay more or less depending on your major.

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#16

New York University

New York, New York
#3 in overall quality

New York University landed the #16 spot on the 2022 Best Value Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools for a Doctorate in the Middle Atlantic Region For Those Making $48-$75k ranking. This large school is located in New York, New York, and it awarded 20 doctorate’s foreign languages and linguistics degrees in 2019-2020.

NYU did well in our major quality rankings, too. It placed #3 on our “Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Doctor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region” list. Average graduate tuition and fees at NYU are $36,892, but some majors have different tuition rates.

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References

  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
  • Information about the national average student loan default rate is from the U.S. Department of Education and refers to data about the 2016 borrower cohort tracking period for which the cohort default rate (CDR) was 10.1%.

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Footnotes

  • *Average salary, average net price, and average tuition and fees are for the top schools only.
  • Some schools otherwise deserving of recognition may have been removed from this ranking in the event that new data identified post-publication warranted it, or at the request of the school.

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